Flights Ndola → Lubumashi
NLA → FBM
Route overview
The flight route operates between Ndola and Lubumbashi using an Embraer 190 aircraft, providing a reliable connection for passengers traveling within the region. This short-haul service is known for its high punctuality and comfortable seating arrangement.
Your rights on this US flight (DOT)
US flights have no statutory cash compensation for delays. Under the US DOT rules, if your flight is cancelled or significantly changed and you decline rebooking, you're owed an automatic refund of the unused ticket. The tarmac-delay limit is 3 hours (domestic) / 4 hours (international). Amenities for controllable delays depend on each airline's contract of carriage.
US flight refund rules & checker →General information, not legal advice.
The Ndola (NLA) → Lubumashi (FBM) route is operated by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 6/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history.
Heading to Lubumashi: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Ndola (NLA) to Lubumashi (FBM) heads north-west for about 186 km, a flight time of roughly 39m.
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) | 84% | 20 min | 0.0% |
Airlines operating NLA-FBM
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Frequently asked questions about NLA-FBM
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 1 airline: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
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US flights have no statutory cash compensation for delays. Under US DOT rules, if the airline cancels or significantly changes your flight and you decline rebooking, you're owed an automatic refund of the unused ticket. The tarmac-delay limit is 3 hours (domestic) / 4 hours (international). Meals or hotels for controllable delays depend on each airline's contract of carriage.
